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Aromatic Chicken Semur with Tempe and Tofu Delight

Published
Oct 11, 2024
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Ingredients

Ingredient Quantity
Chicken (cut into pieces) 1/2 kg (4 pieces)
Tempe 4 pieces
Tofu 4 pieces
Onion 1 (large)
Bay leaves 3 leaves
Lemongrass 2 stalks
Red chili peppers 6
Garlic 3 cloves
Shallots 6
Ginger 2 cm
Galangal 2 cm
Salt To taste
Sugar To taste
Sweet soy sauce To taste
Oil (for sautéing) As needed

Instructions

  1. Begin by frying the chicken, tempe, and tofu until they are half cooked; set aside.
  2. In a pan, heat some oil and sauté the chopped onion until fragrant.
  3. Add the blended spices, lemongrass, and bay leaves to the pan, stirring well.
  4. Pour in water and add the sweet soy sauce to taste, allowing the mixture to come to a boil.
  5. Finally, incorporate the fried chicken, tempe, and tofu into the sauce, ensuring everything is well coated. Once the flavors meld and the sauce thickens, remove from heat.

Enjoy this delightful dish that beautifully combines the richness of chicken, tempe, and tofu with aromatic spices!

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